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Some houses are NEVER at peace…SHORTLISTED FOR THE GOLDSBORO BOOKS GLASS BELL AWARDSHORTLISTED FOR THE HISTORICAL WRITERS’ ASSOCIATION DEBUT CROWN‘A gothic gem of intrigue and atmosphere’ HWA Debut Crown JudgesEngland, 1917Reeling from the death of her fiancé, Stella Marcham welcomes the opportunity to stay with her pregnant sister, Madeleine, at her imposing country mansion, Greyswick – but she arrives to discover a house of unease and her sister gripped by fear and suspicion.Before long, strange incidents begin to trouble Stella – sobbing in the night, little footsteps on the stairs – and as events escalate, she finds herself drawn to the tragic history of the house.Aided by a wounded war veteran, Stella sets about uncovering Greyswick’s dark and terrible secrets – secrets the dead whisper from the other side…In the classic tradition of The Woman in Black, Anita Frank weaves a spellbinding debut of family tragedy, loss and redemption.Praise for The Lost Ones:‘Supernatural and historical intertwine in Anita Frank’s unsettling first novel … reminiscent of other tales of the supernatural, but conveys its own frissons and shocks’Sunday Times‘With wonderful characters… This is a brilliantly gothic adventure – and the perfect winter page-turner’ Sunday Mirror‘A spine-tingling debut from Anita Frank is part ghost story, part murder mystery, and the perfect chilling read as the nights turn colder and longer’ OK!‘I loved it SO MUCH – so creepy and compelling, full of atmosphere and gave me goosebumps…’ Lisa Hall‘If you liked The Woman in Black, you’ll love this utterly gripping and atmospheric book’ Woman & Home‘Haunting, emotional and exquisitely written’ Amanda Jennings‘For fans of Henry James and Susan Hill, this chilling supernatural mystery is written in the classic mould. Intriguing, moving and assured’ Essie Fox‘I’ve raced to the shocking final twist of this lush, beautifully written historical novel. A gripping ghost story with an achingly poignant family mystery at its heart’ Samantha King

Some houses are NEVER at peace… SHORTLISTED FOR THE GOLDSBORO BOOKS GLASS BELL AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE HISTORICAL WRITERS’ ASSOCIATION DEBUT CROWN ‘A gothic gem of intrigue and atmosphere’ HWA Debut Crown Judges England, 1917 Reeling from the death of her fiancé, Stella Marcham welcomes the opportunity to stay with her pregnant sister, Madeleine, at her imposing country mansion, Greyswick – but she arrives to discover a house of unease and her sister gripped by fear and suspicion.Before long, strange incidents begin to trouble Stella – sobbing in the night, little footsteps on the stairs – and as events escalate, she finds herself drawn to the tragic history of the house.Aided by a wounded war veteran, Stella sets about uncovering Greyswick’s dark and terrible secrets – secrets the dead whisper from the other side…In the classic tradition of The Woman in Black, Anita Frank weaves a spellbinding debut of family tragedy, loss and redemption. Praise for The Lost Ones: ‘Supernatural and historical intertwine in Anita Frank’s unsettling first novel … reminiscent of other tales of the supernatural, but conveys its own frissons and shocks’Sunday Times‘With wonderful characters… This is a brilliantly gothic adventure – and the perfect winter page-turner’ Sunday Mirror‘A spine-tingling debut from Anita Frank is part ghost story, part murder mystery, and the perfect chilling read as the nights turn colder and longer’ OK!‘I loved it SO MUCH – so creepy and compelling, full of atmosphere and gave me goosebumps…’ Lisa Hall‘If you liked The Woman in Black, you’ll love this utterly gripping and atmospheric book’ Woman & Home‘Haunting, emotional and exquisitely written’ Amanda Jennings‘For fans of Henry James and Susan Hill, this chilling supernatural mystery is written in the classic mould. Intriguing, moving and assured’ Essie Fox‘I’ve raced to the shocking final twist of this lush, beautifully written historical novel. A gripping ghost story with an achingly poignant family mystery at its heart’ Samantha King

Some houses are NEVER at peace… SHORTLISTED FOR THE GOLDSBORO BOOKS GLASS BELL AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE HISTORICAL WRITERS’ ASSOCIATION DEBUT CROWN ‘A gothic gem of intrigue and atmosphere’ HWA Debut Crown Judges England, 1917 Reeling from the death of her fiancé, Stella Marcham welcomes the opportunity to stay with her pregnant sister, Madeleine, at her imposing country mansion, Greyswick – but she arrives to discover a house of unease and her sister gripped by fear and suspicion.Before long, strange incidents begin to trouble Stella – sobbing in the night, little footsteps on the stairs – and as events escalate, she finds herself drawn to the tragic history of the house.Aided by a wounded war veteran, Stella sets about uncovering Greyswick’s dark and terrible secrets – secrets the dead whisper from the other side…In the classic tradition of The Woman in Black, Anita Frank weaves a spellbinding debut of family tragedy, loss and redemption. Praise for The Lost Ones: ‘Supernatural and historical intertwine in Anita Frank’s unsettling first novel … reminiscent of other tales of the supernatural, but conveys its own frissons and shocks’Sunday Times‘With wonderful characters… This is a brilliantly gothic adventure – and the perfect winter page-turner’ Sunday Mirror‘A spine-tingling debut from Anita Frank is part ghost story, part murder mystery, and the perfect chilling read as the nights turn colder and longer’ OK!‘I loved it SO MUCH – so creepy and compelling, full of atmosphere and gave me goosebumps…’ Lisa Hall‘If you liked The Woman in Black, you’ll love this utterly gripping and atmospheric book’ Woman & Home‘Haunting, emotional and exquisitely written’ Amanda Jennings‘For fans of Henry James and Susan Hill, this chilling supernatural mystery is written in the classic mould. Intriguing, moving and assured’ Essie Fox‘I’ve raced to the shocking final twist of this lush, beautifully written historical novel. A gripping ghost story with an achingly poignant family mystery at its heart’ Samantha King

Gwen’s war is over, but her greatest battle is about to begin.‘An engaging story of secrets, sacrifice and the persistence of love’ Sunday Times‘A truly wonderful novel’ Jill Mansell‘An enticing slant on wartime life’ Mandy Robotham‘A beautiful and poignant love story’ Jenny QuintanaFrom the author of The Lost Ones, a mesmerising gothic novel which was shortlisted for the Goldsboro Books Glass Bell Award and the Historical Writers’ Association Debut Crown Award…May, 1945. When bells ring out for Victory in Europe, young wife and mother Gwen wonders if her world is about to change.Six years ago, on their wedding night, her husband Jack promised he would leave for the war and never return.But Jack is coming home, unable to keep the promise he so faithfully made, and full of hope that he may at last win a place in Gwen’s life and her heart.As events of the past return to haunt them, threatening all they hold dear, Jack and Gwen find themselves facing their greatest battle yet.To win, they will have to stand together and fight as one.In this sweeping historical story with huge heart, Anita Frank weaves a glorious tale of love and loss, secrets and promises.Praise for The Return:‘An engaging story of secrets, sacrifice and the persistence of love’ Sunday Times‘A truly wonderful novel, so beautifully written and with an engrossing plot’ Jill Mansell‘Draws you in with a deeply held secret so that just when you think it should all be over, it’s really just beginning – an enticing slant on wartime life’ Mandy Robotham‘Set during WWII, Anita Frank weaves a beautiful and poignant love story that tugged at my heartstrings’ Jenny Quintana‘An engrossing story of loss, betrayal and love on the farming home front’ Carolyn Kirby‘Beautiful, atmospheric writing and masterful storytelling’ Jenny Ashcroft‘A more modern take on Far from the Madding Crowd’ Historical Novel Society, Editors'' Choice‘Utterly gripping’ Iona Grey‘A love poem to a lost agricultural way of life’ Caroline Scott‘A beautiful tale of love, loss and survival’ Fíona Scarlett‘A triumph of pacing and emotional power’ Lancashire Post

Gwen’s war is over, but her greatest battle is about to begin. ‘An engaging story of secrets, sacrifice and the persistence of love’ Sunday Times ‘A truly wonderful novel’ Jill Mansell ‘An enticing slant on wartime life’ Mandy Robotham ‘A beautiful and poignant love story’ Jenny Quintana From the author of The Lost Ones, a mesmerising gothic novel which was shortlisted for the Goldsboro Books Glass Bell Award and the Historical Writers’ Association Debut Crown Award… May, 1945. When bells ring out for Victory in Europe, young wife and mother Gwen wonders if her world is about to change.Six years ago, on their wedding night, her husband Jack promised he would leave for the war and never return.But Jack is coming home, unable to keep the promise he so faithfully made, and full of hope that he may at last win a place in Gwen’s life and her heart.As events of the past return to haunt them, threatening all they hold dear, Jack and Gwen find themselves facing their greatest battle yet.To win, they will have to stand together and fight as one.In this sweeping historical story with huge heart, Anita Frank weaves a glorious tale of love and loss, secrets and promises. Praise for The Return: ‘An engaging story of secrets, sacrifice and the persistence of love’ Sunday Times‘A truly wonderful novel, so beautifully written and with an engrossing plot’ Jill Mansell‘Draws you in with a deeply held secret so that just when you think it should all be over, it’s really just beginning – an enticing slant on wartime life’ Mandy Robotham‘Set during WWII, Anita Frank weaves a beautiful and poignant love story that tugged at my heartstrings’ Jenny Quintana‘An engrossing story of loss, betrayal and love on the farming home front’ Carolyn Kirby‘Beautiful, atmospheric writing and masterful storytelling’ Jenny Ashcroft‘A more modern take on Far from the Madding Crowd’ Historical Novel Society, Editors' Choice‘Utterly gripping’ Iona Grey‘A love poem to a lost agricultural way of life’ Caroline Scott‘A beautiful tale of love, loss and survival’ Fíona Scarlett‘A triumph of pacing and emotional power’ Lancashire Post

Gwen’s war is over, but her greatest battle is about to begin. ‘An engaging story of secrets, sacrifice and the persistence of love’ Sunday Times ‘A truly wonderful novel’ Jill Mansell ‘An enticing slant on wartime life’ Mandy Robotham ‘A beautiful and poignant love story’ Jenny Quintana From the author of The Lost Ones, a mesmerising gothic novel which was shortlisted for the Goldsboro Books Glass Bell Award and the Historical Writers’ Association Debut Crown Award… May, 1945. When bells ring out for Victory in Europe, young wife and mother Gwen wonders if her world is about to change.Six years ago, on their wedding night, her husband Jack promised he would leave for the war and never return.But Jack is coming home, unable to keep the promise he so faithfully made, and full of hope that he may at last win a place in Gwen’s life and her heart.As events of the past return to haunt them, threatening all they hold dear, Jack and Gwen find themselves facing their greatest battle yet.To win, they will have to stand together and fight as one.In this sweeping historical story with huge heart, Anita Frank weaves a glorious tale of love and loss, secrets and promises. Praise for The Return: ‘An engaging story of secrets, sacrifice and the persistence of love’ Sunday Times‘A truly wonderful novel, so beautifully written and with an engrossing plot’ Jill Mansell‘Draws you in with a deeply held secret so that just when you think it should all be over, it’s really just beginning – an enticing slant on wartime life’ Mandy Robotham‘Set during WWII, Anita Frank weaves a beautiful and poignant love story that tugged at my heartstrings’ Jenny Quintana‘An engrossing story of loss, betrayal and love on the farming home front’ Carolyn Kirby‘Beautiful, atmospheric writing and masterful storytelling’ Jenny Ashcroft‘A more modern take on Far from the Madding Crowd’ Historical Novel Society, Editors' Choice‘Utterly gripping’ Iona Grey‘A love poem to a lost agricultural way of life’ Caroline Scott‘A beautiful tale of love, loss and survival’ Fíona Scarlett‘A triumph of pacing and emotional power’ Lancashire Post

The Sunday Times bestselling new historical fiction novel: an atmospheric tale of crime, deceit, and murder, set in the early 1920s…‘Ingenious’ Sunday Times‘The Good Liars is not only a superb book, it’s a clever book… claustrophobic, addictive and utterly compelling; I absolutely loved it. Highly recommended’ MW Craven**** In the summer of 1914, a boy’s disappearance is overshadowed by looming war. Six years later, Detective Sergeant Verity arrives at Darkacre Hall armed with new evidence regarding the boy’s case – evidence which throws the spotlight firmly upon the once-esteemed Stilwell family.Darkacre’s grandeur has faded, and the Stilwells no longer command the respect they once took for granted. While brothers Maurice and Leonard carry the physical and mental scars of their war service, Maurice's wife, Ida, longs for the lost days of privilege and parties.As Verity digs deeper into the events of that final halcyon summer, he uncovers dark secrets with far-reaching consequences. And as he does so, Darkacre Hall becomes an unlikely battlefield – one that not all will survive.**** Praise for The Good Liars: ‘Exquisitely written, this haunting tale of guilt and grief treads a perfect line between chilling ghost story and gripping mystery’ Tom Hindle‘A modern classic… I couldn’t put it down’ Claire Dyer‘Dripping with claustrophobic tension and absolutely unputdownable. I loved it' Rebecca Netley‘A range of characters alternately agreeable and repellent, and yet all entirely readable, in a blend of history and mystery. A real page-turner’ Mandy Robotham‘A fabulous book… full of twists and turns and heartbreaking revelations with a sprinkling of spookiness on top’ Laura Shepherd-Robinson‘A real page-turner… Layers upon layers of secrets and lies… Bravo!’ Liz Hyder‘A cleverly structured story, with twist after twist… Excellent’ Ragnar Jonasson‘An absolute gulp of a read… it grabs hold and doesn’t let go’ Fíona Scarlett‘This clever claustrophobic page-turner delivers in spades’ Carolyn O’Brien

The Sunday Times bestselling new historical fiction novel: an atmospheric tale of crime, deceit, and murder, set in the early 1920s…‘Ingenious’ Sunday Times‘The Good Liars is not only a superb book, it’s a clever book… claustrophobic, addictive and utterly compelling; I absolutely loved it. Highly recommended’ MW Craven****In the summer of 1914, a boy’s disappearance is overshadowed by looming war. Six years later, Detective Sergeant Verity arrives at Darkacre Hall armed with new evidence regarding the boy’s case – evidence which throws the spotlight firmly upon the once-esteemed Stilwell family.Darkacre’s grandeur has faded, and the Stilwells no longer command the respect they once took for granted. While brothers Maurice and Leonard carry the physical and mental scars of their war service, Maurice''s wife, Ida, longs for the lost days of privilege and parties.As Verity digs deeper into the events of that final halcyon summer, he uncovers dark secrets with far-reaching consequences. And as he does so, Darkacre Hall becomes an unlikely battlefield – one that not all will survive.****Praise for The Good Liars:‘Exquisitely written, this haunting tale of guilt and grief treads a perfect line between chilling ghost story and gripping mystery’ Tom Hindle‘A modern classic… I couldn’t put it down’ Claire Dyer‘Dripping with claustrophobic tension and absolutely unputdownable. I loved it'' Rebecca Netley‘A range of characters alternately agreeable and repellent, and yet all entirely readable, in a blend of history and mystery. A real page-turner’ Mandy Robotham‘A fabulous book… full of twists and turns and heartbreaking revelations with a sprinkling of spookiness on top’ Laura Shepherd-Robinson‘A real page-turner… Layers upon layers of secrets and lies… Bravo!’ Liz Hyder‘A cleverly structured story, with twist after twist… Excellent’ Ragnar Jonasson‘An absolute gulp of a read… it grabs hold and doesn’t let go’ Fíona Scarlett‘This clever claustrophobic page-turner delivers in spades’ Carolyn O’Brien

The Sunday Times bestselling new historical fiction novel: an atmospheric tale of crime, deceit, and murder, set in the early 1920s…‘Ingenious’ Sunday Times‘The Good Liars is not only a superb book, it’s a clever book… claustrophobic, addictive and utterly compelling; I absolutely loved it. Highly recommended’ MW Craven**** In the summer of 1914, a boy’s disappearance is overshadowed by looming war. Six years later, Detective Sergeant Verity arrives at Darkacre Hall armed with new evidence regarding the boy’s case – evidence which throws the spotlight firmly upon the once-esteemed Stilwell family.Darkacre’s grandeur has faded, and the Stilwells no longer command the respect they once took for granted. While brothers Maurice and Leonard carry the physical and mental scars of their war service, Maurice's wife, Ida, longs for the lost days of privilege and parties.As Verity digs deeper into the events of that final halcyon summer, he uncovers dark secrets with far-reaching consequences. And as he does so, Darkacre Hall becomes an unlikely battlefield – one that not all will survive.**** Praise for The Good Liars: ‘Exquisitely written, this haunting tale of guilt and grief treads a perfect line between chilling ghost story and gripping mystery’ Tom Hindle‘A modern classic… I couldn’t put it down’ Claire Dyer‘Dripping with claustrophobic tension and absolutely unputdownable. I loved it' Rebecca Netley‘A range of characters alternately agreeable and repellent, and yet all entirely readable, in a blend of history and mystery. A real page-turner’ Mandy Robotham‘A fabulous book… full of twists and turns and heartbreaking revelations with a sprinkling of spookiness on top’ Laura Shepherd-Robinson‘A real page-turner… Layers upon layers of secrets and lies… Bravo!’ Liz Hyder‘A cleverly structured story, with twist after twist… Excellent’ Ragnar Jonasson‘An absolute gulp of a read… it grabs hold and doesn’t let go’ Fíona Scarlett‘This clever claustrophobic page-turner delivers in spades’ Carolyn O’Brien

Get swept away by an unforgettable, breathtaking story of love, courage and dangerous secrets by Sunday Times bestselling author Anita Frank‘Tender and evocative… ultimately humane and affirming’ Sean Lusk'Vividly captures a time of tested loyalties, courageous defiance and the ever-present yearning for love, safety and peace' Daily Mail * * * * * May 1915. When his aircraft crashes in Northern France, British airman Henry finds himself stranded behind enemy lines. His survival depends on the courage and compassion of a local family who risk everything by hiding him in their farmhouse.With her village already suffering under Occupation, Marie knows sheltering Henry will put her in family in grave danger, and that peril only increases when two German officers are unexpectedly billeted with them. Forced to live cheek by jowl with their occupiers, it takes all their cunning to keep their deadly secret.As the shadow of war spreads, loves blooms, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness.But before long love is put to the test as everyone’s loyalty is called into question. The ramifications of the choices they must now make will be felt long after the war is over. Anita Frank’s captivating new novel is a deeply moving tale of courage and sacrifice. * * * * * Readers give Small Acts of Resistance five stars!: 'Compelling, gripping, brilliant … Historical fiction readers can’t fail to enjoy Small Acts of Resistance''A beautiful, powerful and emotive read that completely stole my heart''Brilliantly written, full of emotion, tension, and drama … a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction that moves both the heart and the mind''A powerful historical novel that consumed me from the start''With wonderfully conceived characters that perfectly capture the essence of the story, I was thoroughly enthralled by this captivating book''A beautiful story of love, resistance and humanity'* * * * * Praise for Anita Frank: ‘A heart-rending story of love, heroism and sacrifice’ Woman & Home'Anita Frank writes with warmth about her characters and the jeopardies they face' The TimesThis gripping wartime tale … is testament to how love can blossom in the most unlikely circumstances' The Sunday Post'Beautiful, evocative … a deeply moving tale' Platinum‘A heart-wrenching and heart-warming tale of friendship, love, loyalty, bravery, survival and, above all, of hope. Spectacular storytelling!’ Diane Jeffrey‘Rendered in Anita Frank’s beautiful and filmic prose, this is a story of courage and impossible choices in wartime rural France. I could not put it down’ Julia Kelly‘Ingenious’ Sunday Times‘Frank is a writer who I will continue to read, again and again, she never lets you down’ Fíona Scarlett‘From now on, Anita will be a must-read author for me’ Jill Mansell‘Exquisitely written’ Tom Hindle‘Addictive and utterly compelling; I absolutely loved it. Highly recommended’ MW Craven‘A cleverly structured story, with twist after twist… Excellent’ Ragnar Jonasson

Get swept away by an unforgettable, breathtaking story of love, courage and dangerous secrets by Sunday Times bestselling author Anita Frank‘Tender and evocative… ultimately humane and affirming’ Sean Lusk'Vividly captures a time of tested loyalties, courageous defiance and the ever-present yearning for love, safety and peace' Daily Mail * * * * * May 1915. When his aircraft crashes in Northern France, British airman Henry finds himself stranded behind enemy lines. His survival depends on the courage and compassion of a local family who risk everything by hiding him in their farmhouse.With her village already suffering under Occupation, Marie knows sheltering Henry will put her in family in grave danger, and that peril only increases when two German officers are unexpectedly billeted with them. Forced to live cheek by jowl with their occupiers, it takes all their cunning to keep their deadly secret.As the shadow of war spreads, loves blooms, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness.But before long love is put to the test as everyone’s loyalty is called into question. The ramifications of the choices they must now make will be felt long after the war is over. Anita Frank’s captivating new novel is a deeply moving tale of courage and sacrifice. * * * * * Readers give Small Acts of Resistance five stars!: 'Compelling, gripping, brilliant … Historical fiction readers can’t fail to enjoy Small Acts of Resistance''A beautiful, powerful and emotive read that completely stole my heart''Brilliantly written, full of emotion, tension, and drama … a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction that moves both the heart and the mind''A powerful historical novel that consumed me from the start''With wonderfully conceived characters that perfectly capture the essence of the story, I was thoroughly enthralled by this captivating book''A beautiful story of love, resistance and humanity'* * * * * Praise for Anita Frank: ‘A heart-rending story of love, heroism and sacrifice’ Woman & Home'Anita Frank writes with warmth about her characters and the jeopardies they face' The TimesThis gripping wartime tale … is testament to how love can blossom in the most unlikely circumstances' The Sunday Post'Beautiful, evocative … a deeply moving tale' Platinum‘A heart-wrenching and heart-warming tale of friendship, love, loyalty, bravery, survival and, above all, of hope. Spectacular storytelling!’ Diane Jeffrey‘Rendered in Anita Frank’s beautiful and filmic prose, this is a story of courage and impossible choices in wartime rural France. I could not put it down’ Julia Kelly‘Ingenious’ Sunday Times‘Frank is a writer who I will continue to read, again and again, she never lets you down’ Fíona Scarlett‘From now on, Anita will be a must-read author for me’ Jill Mansell‘Exquisitely written’ Tom Hindle‘Addictive and utterly compelling; I absolutely loved it. Highly recommended’ MW Craven‘A cleverly structured story, with twist after twist… Excellent’ Ragnar Jonasson

Get swept away by an unforgettable, breathtaking story of love, courage and dangerous secrets by Sunday Times bestselling author Anita Frank Tender and evocative ultimately humane and affirming Sean Lusk'Vividly captures a time of tested loyalties, courageous defiance and the ever-present yearning for love, safety and peace' Daily Mail*****May 1915. When his aircraft crashes in Northern France, British airman Henry finds himself stranded behind enemy lines. His survival depends on the courage and compassion of a local family who risk everything by hiding him in their farmhouse.With her village already suffering under Occupation, Marie knows sheltering Henry will put her in family in grave danger, and that peril only increases when two German officers are unexpectedly billeted with them. Forced to live cheek by jowl with their occupiers, it takes all their cunning to keep their deadly secret.As the shadow of war spreads, loves blooms, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness.But before long love is put to the test as everyone s loyalty is called into question. The ramifications of the choices they must now make will be felt long after the war is over.Anita Frank s captivating new novel is a deeply moving tale of courage and sacrifice.***** A heart-rending story of love, heroism and sacrifice Woman & Home'Anita Frank writes with warmth about her characters and the jeopardies they face' The TimesThis gripping wartime tale is testament to how love can blossom in the most unlikely circumstances' The Sunday Post'Beautiful, evocative a deeply moving tale' Platinum A heart-wrenching and heart-warming tale of friendship, love, loyalty, bravery, survival and, above all, of hope. Spectacular storytelling! Diane Jeffrey Rendered in Anita Frank s beautiful and filmic prose, this is a story of courage and impossible choices in wartime rural France. I could not put it down Julia Kelly*****Readers give Small Acts of Resistance five stars!: 'Compelling, gripping, brilliant Historical fiction readers can t fail to enjoy Small Acts of Resistance'A beautiful, powerful and emotive read that completely stole my heart'Brilliantly written, full of emotion, tension, and drama a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction that moves both the heart and the mind'A powerful historical novel that consumed me from the start'With wonderfully conceived characters that perfectly capture the essence of the story, I was thoroughly enthralled by this captivating book'A beautiful story of love, resistance and humanity'*****Praise for Anita Frank: Ingenious Sunday Times Frank is a writer who I will continue to read, again and again, she never lets you down Fiona Scarlett From now on, Anita will be a must-read author for me Jill Mansell Exquisitely written Tom Hindle Addictive and utterly compelling; I absolutely loved it. Highly recommended MW Craven A cleverly structured story, with twist after twist Excellent Ragnar Jonasson

Get swept away by an unforgettable, breathtaking story of love, courage and dangerous secrets by Sunday Times bestselling author Anita Frank‘Tender and evocative… ultimately humane and affirming’ Sean Lusk'Vividly captures a time of tested loyalties, courageous defiance and the ever-present yearning for love, safety and peace' Daily Mail * * * * * May 1915. When his aircraft crashes in Northern France, British airman Henry finds himself stranded behind enemy lines. His survival depends on the courage and compassion of a local family who risk everything by hiding him in their farmhouse.With her village already suffering under Occupation, Marie knows sheltering Henry will put her in family in grave danger, and that peril only increases when two German officers are unexpectedly billeted with them. Forced to live cheek by jowl with their occupiers, it takes all their cunning to keep their deadly secret.As the shadow of war spreads, loves blooms, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness.But before long love is put to the test as everyone’s loyalty is called into question. The ramifications of the choices they must now make will be felt long after the war is over. Anita Frank’s captivating new novel is a deeply moving tale of courage and sacrifice. * * * * * Readers give Small Acts of Resistance five stars!: 'Compelling, gripping, brilliant … Historical fiction readers can’t fail to enjoy Small Acts of Resistance''A beautiful, powerful and emotive read that completely stole my heart''Brilliantly written, full of emotion, tension, and drama … a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction that moves both the heart and the mind''A powerful historical novel that consumed me from the start''With wonderfully conceived characters that perfectly capture the essence of the story, I was thoroughly enthralled by this captivating book''A beautiful story of love, resistance and humanity'* * * * * Praise for Anita Frank: ‘A heart-rending story of love, heroism and sacrifice’ Woman & Home'Anita Frank writes with warmth about her characters and the jeopardies they face' The TimesThis gripping wartime tale … is testament to how love can blossom in the most unlikely circumstances' The Sunday Post'Beautiful, evocative … a deeply moving tale' Platinum‘A heart-wrenching and heart-warming tale of friendship, love, loyalty, bravery, survival and, above all, of hope. Spectacular storytelling!’ Diane Jeffrey‘Rendered in Anita Frank’s beautiful and filmic prose, this is a story of courage and impossible choices in wartime rural France. I could not put it down’ Julia Kelly‘Ingenious’ Sunday Times‘Frank is a writer who I will continue to read, again and again, she never lets you down’ Fíona Scarlett‘From now on, Anita will be a must-read author for me’ Jill Mansell‘Exquisitely written’ Tom Hindle‘Addictive and utterly compelling; I absolutely loved it. Highly recommended’ MW Craven‘A cleverly structured story, with twist after twist… Excellent’ Ragnar Jonasson